1946 Allard J1 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 520 kg more than 1946 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Allard | Lamborghini |
| Model | J1 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
